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Preliminary Analysis of the Contribution of Shoulder Muscle Strength to Bowling Speed in University-Level Male Cricketers
Full text linkPurpose: This study explored the affiliation between the power of the shoulder rotator muscle tissues and bowling velocity in male University level fast and medium-rapid bowlers. Methods: The researchers recruited 50 male University bowlers aged 18-30 through purposive sampling. The inner and outer shoulder rotator isometric energy was assessed using handheld dynamometry. Bowling pace was evaluated with a radar gun. The relationships among the variables of energy and bowling speed were assessed using Pearson\u27s correlation. Results: Moderate to strong correlations were found between internal rotator power and bowling pace (r = .544, p < .001), while external rotator power showed a weak and non-significant correlation (r = .365, p = 0.078). Conclusions: Inner rotator electricity is associated with bowling speed among university- level fast bowlers, indicating its role in performance development, while outside rotator energy has a comparatively less significant impact
Integrating Yoga and Naturopathy in Rehabilitation
Full text linkRehabilitation is a form of care designed to help individuals regain, maintain, or enhance essential abilities needed for everyday life. These abilities may be physical, mental, or cognitive. They might have been compromised due to an illness, injury, or as a result of medical treatments. By focusing on restoring functionality and independence, rehabilitation plays a vital role in improving overall quality of life and daily performance. Yoga and naturopathy play significant roles in holistic rehabilitation by promoting natural healing and addressing the root causes of health issues. Their focus on the mind-body connection enhances both physical and psychological recovery
A comparative study on Sources of stress between genders among children aged through 14 to 19 years
Full text linkPurpose: Stress is pervasive in the present time. If an individual is unable to manage stressful situations, then it can lead to Depression and Anxiety, preferably when it comes to adolescents. Every teenager has a distinct way of responding to stress. The Present study compared sources of Stress between genders among children aged through 14 to 19 years. Method: 150 Boys and 150 Girls were selected to assess the data. “THE STRESS SCALE,” developed by Puri Prerna et al., 2011, was used as a tool. A t-test was used for statistical analysis. Result: The result revealed that in seven out of ten sources of stress, such as “Generalized stress, Career and academic stress, Stress prone tendencies, Irritability, Low level of stress management skills, Meaningless thoughts and Physical symptoms of stress” Girls have higher levels of significant difference less than p<0.05. The result also shows that there is no significant difference between variables “Negative mood states and Apprehensive behavior”. The result also revealed that there was no mean difference between boys and girls in the variable “Easy-going personality”. Conclusion. Overall, Girls are more stressed than Boys. stress can be an emerging problem for adolescents. There should be a prompt for stress management techniques for adolescent girls and boys
Physical Fitness Differences between Athletes and Non-Athletes at the University Level: A Gender-Based Analysis
Full text linkBackground: Physical fitness is a critical determinant of athletic performance and general health. However, differences in flexibility, balance, and lower-body power between athletes and non-athletes, especially by gender and competitive level, require further investigation. Objective: This study aimed to compare key fitness components—flexibility, balance, and lower-body strength—between university-level athletes and non-athletes, with a focus on sex-based differences. Methods: Eighty students from Jashore University of Science and Technology, Bangladesh (N = 80), participated in the study. They were evenly divided into four groups: male athletes, male non-athletes, female athletes, and female non-athletes (n = 20 per group). Anthropometric data were recorded, and fitness tests included the Sit-and-Reach test (flexibility), One-Leg Stork Stand Test (balance), and Standing Broad Jump (leg power). Independent t-tests were used to compare athletes and non-athletes within each sex. Statistical significance was set at p < 0.05. Results: Male athletes had significantly greater flexibility t(38) = 5.55, p < .001, balance t(38) = 8.24, p < .001, and leg power t(38) = 8.07, p < .001 compared to male non-athletes. Female athletes also outperformed non-athletes in flexibility t(38) = 4.26, p < .001, balance t(38) = 10.26, p < .001, and leg power t(38) = 13.13, p < .001. Conclusion: University athletes, regardless of gender, demonstrated significantly better flexibility, balance, and lower-body power than their non-athlete peers. These findings emphasize the physical benefits of athletic training and support incorporating structured fitness programs into university wellness initiatives
The Role of Yoga in Injury Prevention for Athletes
Full text linkInjury prevention is a critical aspect of athletic training, as injuries can significantly impact performance and career longevity. Yoga has gained recognition as a complementary practice for athletes due to its emphasis on flexibility, strength, balance, and mindfulness. This study explores the role of yoga in injury prevention among athletes by examining its physiological and biomechanical benefits. Regular yoga practice enhances flexibility, reducing the risk of muscle strains and joint injuries. It also strengthens stabilizing muscles, improving postural control and alignment, which are essential for injury prevention. Additionally, yoga promotes proprioception and body awareness, enabling athletes to recognize movement patterns that may lead to injury. The integration of breathing techniques (pranayama) and mindfulness further aids in stress reduction and recovery, lowering the risk of overuse injuries. This review highlights existing research supporting the effectiveness of yoga as an injury prevention strategy and suggests practical applications for incorporating yoga into athletic training programs
Comparative Study on Selected Fitness and Body Care Status of Punjab Policewomen Constables
Full text linkAim of study: The aim of this study was to assess the status of health and wellness sub- parameter fitness and body care among Punjab Police women constables. Material and Methods: A sample of thirty (N=30) women constables from Punjab Police has been selected randomly and further bifurcated into two classes i.e., N1: Junior Constables with experience up to 1 year and N2: the Constables with the job up to 10 years Senior Constables, for the in-depth analysis. These two groups were also chosen through random sampling. The tool used for data collection was a structured ‘Wellness Questionnaire’ which was constructed by Gordon Edlin and Eric Golanty in 2004. The mean, S.D. and ‘t-test’ were calculated to find out the significance of difference between the groups. Results: mean and S.D. of Junior and Senior Punjab Police Women Constables for their Fitness and body care Variable is 26.93 ± 0.59 and 24.40 ± 1.40 respectively. The calculating ‘t’-value (1.718), which is less than the tabulated ‘t’-value (2.048), at 0.05 level. The calculated ‘t’-value (6.43), which is more than the tabulated ‘t’-value (2.048) at 0.05 level. Conclusion: So, it indicates that there is a significant difference between Junior and Senior Punjab Police Women Constables for their Fitness and body care Variable
Upskilling India’s Physical Education Teachers: Aligning National Education Policy 2020 with UNESCO–Loughborough Quality Physical Education Priorities
Full text linkAs Part of the National Policy on Education 2020 and Quality Physical Education as defined by UNESCO and Loughborough University in 2024, this paper addresses the urgent need for upskilling Physical Education (PE) teachers in India. This paper attempts to analyze the systemic barriers in teachers’ preparation, professional devel- opment, and educational/ institutional framework of educational systems that impede the fulfillment of educational goals. The paper discusses the evolving expectations of PE teachers of the Indian Education System, under the National Policy, the PE teach- ers are expected to create literate individuals in the domain of physical activities, and as inclusive and holistic wellness advocates. Having researched on PE teachers satis- faction and professional development systems, the SMART teacher, the paper offers an assimilative solution system of upskilling teachers that satisfy the global QPE andthe Indian educational policy. The paper concludes that PE teachers are great assets to the educational systems due to great potential of delivering meaningful learning experiences that are both transformative and holistic. The paper further discusses the necessity of adequate institutional investment in the educational systems professional development, training and support systems that will positively impact the teachers and educational systems
Does Hand Grip Strength Serve as a Reliable Functional Marker for Quantifying Muscle Recovery?
Full text linkObjective: Hand grip strength (HGS) is widely used as an indicator of muscle function, but its potential as a direct marker of functional recovery following exercise-induced muscle damage (EIMD) remains unclear. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of hand grip strength (HGS) as a functional marker for quantifying muscle recovery following exercise-induced muscle damage (EIMD).
Methods: A repeated-measures design was employed, wherein HGS and VAS were recorded at baseline, immediately post-exercise, and at 24, 48, and 72 hours post-exercise. A one-way repeated measures analysis of variance (ANOVA) was conducted to assess changes over time, followed by Tukey’s post hoc analysis. Pearson correlation was used to examine the relationship between HGS and VAS.
Results: Significant time effects were observed for both HGS (F (4,48) = 3.950, p = 0.008, η² = 0.248) and VAS (F (4,48) = 27.134, p = 0.000, η² = 0.693) scores (p < 0.05). HGS significantly declined immediately post-exercise, followed by a gradual recovery at 24 and 48 hours, with the smallest difference from baseline at 72 hours. VAS scores remained at zero at baseline, peaked between 24 and 48 hours, and declined at 72 hours. No significant correlation was found between HGS and VAS at any time point, indicating that these measures capture distinct aspects of muscle recovery.
Conclusion: HGS appears to be a useful objective marker of functional muscle recovery, particularly in settings requiring immediate assessment, such as sports competitions or rehabilitation. However, its use should be complemented with subjective measures like VAS to provide a comprehensive evaluation of muscle recovery post-EIMD
Does the Way Children Travelled to School Affect the Body Fat Levels? A Study
Full text linkPrevalence of obesity has increased significantly in the last two or three decades worldwide. The prevalence statistics shows that obesity pandemic is all-pervading even in the developing nations like India. In the present study an effort has been made to report the prevalence of obesity on the basis of body fat percent among school girls of Punjab, total 6000 students were selected with stratified random sampling technique, (2000 each from high, middle & low economic status) ranging in age from 10-17 years. Height and weight were measured in all participants and the body fat percent (BF %) of everyone was calculated. Body fat percent classes based on mode of conveyance (walking/bicycle & vehicle) (under fat, healthy fat, over fat & obese) were calculated according to the body fat percent cut offs lines by the manual of bio electrical impedance machine with scale HBF-361. The observations revealed that the overall mean value of walking/bicycle & vehicle was 18.55%, 26.04% respectively. The observations also revealed that the overall prevalence of under fat, healthy fat, over fat and obesity was 7.3%, 78.7%, 11.3% and 2.6% respectively. The total no. of 3222 subjects were taken as subjects which were coming to school by walking/bicycle and their body fat % category is under fat (13.5%), healthy fat (86.2%), over fat (.2%) & obesity (.0%) respectively. Whereas in the case of those girls which are coming to school by vehicle a total of 2778 school girls were taken and their body fat % category is under fat (.1%), healthy fat (70.1%), over fat (24.1%) & obesity (5.7%). Overweight was more prevalent among those girl students who came to school by using vehicle as a mode of conveyance
Gender and Competitive Level Differences in Goal Setting strategies among Kho Kho Players
Full text linkBackground: Goal setting is a crucial psychological strategy that enhances performance, concentration, and motivation; it involves defining clear and measurable goals for both individual and team achievements.
Purpose: This study aims to investigate differences in goal setting strategies based on gender (Male & Female) and level of Participation (State, Inter-University, National Level & international level).
Methodology: A G*Power software was used to determine sample size (N = 93). A total of 103 subjects (61.17% male and 38.83% female) were selected for the present study, exceeding the required sample size. The age of the participants ranged from 12 to 28 years (M = 17.59). The Goal-Setting Questionnaire developed by Meenakshi and Lalit Sharma (2014), was used to assess the players goal setting strategies, using a 7-point Likert scale to assess the goal-setting strategies of the players. Descriptive statistics and two-way ANOVA were used for statistical analysis to examine differences in goal-setting strategies between male and female athletes across different levels of participation. The level of significance was set at p=.05.
Result: The result of two-way ANOVA revealed that men and women did not differ significantly in the following Sub-Variables of goal setting: goal-setting action (p>0.05), types of goals (p>0.05), team goal setting (p>0.05), goal-setting interaction with the coach (p>0.05). Similarly, no significant differences were found across all of the variables of goal setting across the level of participation. .
Conclusion: According to the findings of the study we concluded that most kho kho players demonstrate average goal setting behaviors, rarely set different types of goals, and have limited awareness of team goal setting. Additionally, coach rarely encourage players to set the types of Goals mentioned in the study